Professional bodies

Barton Products is a member of the Association for British Furniture Manufacturers. This Association provides a valued service to the Industry and ensures that levels of excellence are maintained and provides in depth knowledge of the changing requirements and laws of our market place.

The Waring family has a strong link with the Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers, which promotes and develops the design, making and selling of furniture in the United Kingdom, and its marketing worldwide. Peter currently chairs the Manufacturing Committee, whilst Amanda, currently an assistant to the Court also chairs the Guild Mark Committees. Robin is a Past Master.

Barton Products is a founder member of WEBS furniture training, and fully supports their apprenticeship scheme. Our apprentices in the past have won national awards and we endeavour always to have at least one apprentice in place at any one time.